J-Link

by Nordic Semiconductor ASAv8.18.0

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

J-Link software and documentation pack setup

Install with winget

$ winget install --id NordicSemiconductor.JLink --exact --version 8.18.0

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for J-Link

J-Link uses EXE (NSIS). The silent install switches are -Silent=1 -InstAllUsers=1 -InstUSBDriver=1 -CreateStartMenuEntry=0 -CreateDesktopShortCut=0 -UpdateExisting=0 -StartDLLUpdater=0.

One-line silent install (x64)

JLink_Windows_V818_x86_64.exe -Silent=1 -InstAllUsers=1 -InstUSBDriver=1 -CreateStartMenuEntry=0 -CreateDesktopShortCut=0 -UpdateExisting=0 -StartDLLUpdater=0

See the full silent install reference for J-Link →

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Installers · v8.18.0

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x64	EXE NSIS	-		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

No known CVEs for J-Link.

Coverage is best-effort and depends on a winget package mapping to an NVD CPE entry. Absence here is not a guarantee of safety.

Frequently asked questions

How do I install J-Link on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id NordicSemiconductor.JLink --exact --version 8.18.0. winget downloads the installer from Nordic Semiconductor ASA and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install J-Link silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id NordicSemiconductor.JLink --exact 8.18.0 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

What are the silent install switches for J-Link?

J-Link uses EXE (NSIS). Run the downloaded installer with: JLink_Windows_V818_x86_64.exe -Silent=1 -InstAllUsers=1 -InstUSBDriver=1 -CreateStartMenuEntry=0 -CreateDesktopShortCut=0 -UpdateExisting=0 -StartDLLUpdater=0. The silent switches are -Silent=1 -InstAllUsers=1 -InstUSBDriver=1 -CreateStartMenuEntry=0 -CreateDesktopShortCut=0 -UpdateExisting=0 -StartDLLUpdater=0.

How do I uninstall J-Link via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id NordicSemiconductor.JLink --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from J-Link's Apps & Features entry.

Is J-Link free?

J-Link is distributed under SEGGER Microcontroller GmbH proprietary. Refer to the publisher for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does J-Link work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls J-Link directly from the publisher.

How do I keep J-Link up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id NordicSemiconductor.JLink --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 3 versions of J-Link from microsoft/winget-pkgs.

Recent versions

8.18.0latest
8.10b
8.10a